Expands oral health equity and access to preventive dental care in Washington.

The bill aims to advance oral health equity and expand access to preventive dental care for children and families in Washington. It addresses the shortage of preventive care dental professionals by creating clear pathways for oral preventive assistants and internationally trained dentists. The bill also outlines the scope of services that oral preventive assistants can perform under supervision and sets rules for their licensure. It emphasizes the importance of timely oral health care for healthy development and long-term well-being.

Expands oral health equity and access to preventive dental care in Washington.

The bill aims to advance oral health equity and expand access to preventive dental care for children and families in Washington. It addresses the shortage of preventive care dental professionals by creating clear pathways for oral preventive assistants and internationally trained dentists. The bill also outlines the scope of services that oral preventive assistants can perform under supervision and sets rules for their licensure. It emphasizes the importance of timely oral health care for healthy development and long-term well-being.